It may have a lot to do with herd misogyny according to Alicia Versteegh, co-director of Hollaback Toronto, an organization that works to end street harassment. … When the herd or pack is together, it seems the fact they are verbally assaulting a woman doing her job is not a concern when positive reinforcement is the payoff.

"It wasn't just herd mentality. It was herd misogyny." Thank you, @melissagrelo

In this week’s audio commentary, BlackburnNews.com’s Adelle Loiselle sounds off on FHRITP, herd misogyny and just desserts.

When drivers aren't screaming the slur from the safety of their cars as they zip by (the preferred MO of catcallers), the reporters said men and boys tend to do it when they’re in groups — at sporting events and even film premieres. Call it herd misogyny.